Wilbert Smith

American saxophonist, songwriter and vocalist. Founding member of [a=Little Richard]'s backing group [a=The Upsetters (2)]. When Richard denounced rock 'n' roll in 1967 to follow religion, Smith signed on as a member of [a=James Brown]'s backing band. He had known Brown for many years, having played on his first single 'Please Please Please' and co-written 'Chonnie-On-Chon'.

Smith also released records under the alias [a466724], and used this alias for songwriting purposes, most famously for [m232372]. with [a=George Davis (2)]

A spell in prison curtailed Smith's career but he returned to write and record several more singles on small labels.